Botulinum Toxin

Botulinum toxin (commonly referred to as botox) is a prescription only medication used to reduce wrinkle formation through preventing muscle contraction. It works through disturbing the release of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine which results in muscle paralysis. This prevents the muscles repetitive contracting motions which cause the skin to crease, resulting in reduction of wrinkles forming within the skin. 

Results are seen a few days after treatment and continue to improve over two weeks, with movement gradually returning over 12-16 weeks.

While primarily used for prevention, botox can also help soften already formed wrinkles. This minimally invasive treatment can be individualised to cater for a more soft, natural look through more movement. We offer dysport and xeomin brand in clinic.

  • Only requires 3-4 treatments per year (every 3-4months)

    Appointments take less than 30 minutes

    Reduces fine lines

    Prevents wrinkles forming

    Soften existing wrinkles

    Improve minor asymmetries

    Reduce sweating (hyperhidrosis treatment)

    Reduce muscle tension

  • Frown lines

    Horizontal forehead lines

    Crows feet

    Masseters (teeth grinding)

    Hyperhydrosis (excessive sweating)

    Underturned lip when smiling

    Neck bands

    Downturned mouth

    Dimpled chin

  • Downtime

    Downtime is minimal. Small bruises, redness or bumps may occur at the injection site. You can return to work following treatments

    Aftercare

    No working out for 24 hours. You must stay upright for 4 hours after treatment. Do not rub the area. No facial treatments for 1-2 weeks. Keep the area clean. Avoid make up the day of treatment if possible. No spas/saunas for 48 hours. Avoid alcohol and blood thinners for 24 hours.

    Potential side effects

    Possible side effects will be discussed in depth at you consultation. Common side effects may include: redness, bruising and small bumps at site of injection, tenderness, headaches. Less common side effects may include: allergy, spread of toxin resulting in undesired effects, muscle paralysis to surrounding muscles, drooping eyelids, swallowing difficulties, infection.

  • Pricing is individualised so does not have set pricing per area. Pricing is based on how many units are required.

    Common prices per area

    Frown $280 to $330

    Forehead $140 to $245

    Crows feet $245 to $330

    Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) $975

    Masseter treatments (teeth grinding) starting from $600

    Xeomin

    0 to 19 units $17.5

    20 to 30 units $16.5

    31 to 40 units $15.5

    41+ units $15

    Dysport (2.5 disport units equals 1 xeomin unit)

    0 to 47.5 units $7

    48 to 75 units $6.60

    76 to 100 units $6.20

    101+ units $6

  • DYSPORT® (Clostridium botulinum type A toxin-haemagglutinin complex, 500 IPSEN units) is a Prescription Medicine for the treatment of vertical frown lines between the eyebrows. It should be administered only by trained medical professionals. Dysport® has risks and benefits. For more information, talk to your healthcare professional or read the Consumer Medicine Information available at www.medsafe.govt.nz. Ask your specialist if Dysport® is right for you. Always follow your specialist’s instructions. If you experience side effects and they concern you, see your healthcare professional. You will need to pay for Dysport® and for the administration and consultation charges. Galderma c/o Healthcare Logistics 58 Richard Pearse Drive Airport Oaks, Auckland, New Zealand. 0800 174 104

    XEOMIN® Incobotulinumtoxin A) 50, 100 Units is a Prescription Medicine. Indications: In adults, for the treatment of cervical dystonia; blepharospasm; spasticity of the upper limb; upper facial lines: glabellar frown lines, lateral periorbital lines (crow’s feet), horizontal forehead lines. XEOMIN®has both risks and benefits, consult your doctor if XEOMIN® is right for you. Further information on the risks and benefits of XEOMIN® can be found in the Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) available from https://merzaustralia.com.au/patientinformation/aesthetics/products/ or www.medsafe.govt.nz or by calling 0800 822 310. Use strictly as directed. If symptoms continue or you have side effects, see your doctor, pharmacist or health care professional. Common side effects include: Headaches; nausea; tenderness, swelling, redness, numbness or bruising of the skin; dry eye; heavy feeling of eyelid/eyebrow/forehead; face/brow not symmetrical, dropping eyelids/eyebrows. Serious side effects are rare and include allergic reactions. XEOMIN® is an unfunded medicine, prescription charge will apply. Normal doctor charges will still apply.For further information, consult your doctor or refer to the Consumer Medicine Information available at: www.medsafe.govt.nz Pharmacy Retailing NZ Limited t/a Healthcare Logistics (HCL), 58 Richard Pearse Drive, Mangere, Auckland.

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